Shilova 500 mg/ 1000 mg TABLETS
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 February 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of herpes zoster and recurrent genital herpes.
Dosage (summary)
Herpes Zoster: 1000 mg TID for 7 days; Genital Herpes: 500 mg BID for 5 days.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established; potential teratogenicity.
Key Drug Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Probenecid
- Nephrotoxic agents
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to valaciclovir or aciclovir
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Avoid intercourse during outbreaks.
- Maintain adequate hydration.
- Monitor for severe skin reactions.
Serious warnings
- Risk of TTP/HUS
- CNS adverse reactions
- Severe skin reactions
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